August 19 & 20, 2026
Hall F, Donald E. Stephens Convention Center, Chicago, USA

Exhibitor Products

01 Jun 2026

PLd-Certified Control with Functionally Safe Keypads for the Most Demanding Applications

EAO Corporation Hall: F Stand: 1240
EAO has expanded its Series 09 Rugged Keypad portfolio with the PREMIUM variant, delivering advanced functional safety for heavy-duty and specialty vehicle applications. Developed in accordance with DIN EN ISO 13849 and certified to Performance Level d (PLd), the Series 09 Rugged Keypads PREMIUM provide OEMs with a reliable solution for safety-critical control functions in vehicles and mobile equipment.

Designed for applications where vehicle bodies, attachments, and auxiliary systems must be operated safely and reliably, the PREMIUM keypads combine robust construction with intelligent safety architecture. Integrated CANopen Safety communication enables dependable data exchange between control systems while meeting stringent functional safety requirements. The protocol utilizes advanced error detection and redundancy mechanisms to help ensure safe operation while maintaining the flexibility, scalability, and real-time performance demanded by modern vehicle platforms.

The Series 09 Rugged Keypads PREMIUM are engineered to reduce risk for both operators and manufacturers while supporting compliance with safety regulations. Their durable, low-maintenance design helps maximize uptime and minimize service requirements, while the use of functionally safe components can reduce overall development effort, certification complexity, and time to market.

Typical HD & SV Applications:

  • Aerial work platform and boom controls
  • Crane and lifting equipment operation
  • Stabilizer and outrigger control systems
  • Refuse collection vehicle functions
  • Fire and emergency vehicle equipment controls
  • Municipal and utility vehicle body controls
  • Agricultural implement operation
  • Construction equipment attachment controls
  • Safety-critical hydraulic and pneumatic functions
  • Remote and external operator control stations


By combining certified functional safety, CANopen Safety communication, and proven rugged Series 09 durability, the PREMIUM keypad platform helps manufacturers create safer, more reliable, and more efficient heavy-duty and specialty vehicles while reducing lifecycle costs and operational risk.

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